Whanau Activator Kayak Series

   A new 6 week training series being delivered by Pathway 2 Health has seen over 14 people learn new skills and gain confidence on the water. The first session was held on Lake Rotoma as an introduction for the group, this enabled participants to meet Bruce and Cindy Webber of “More Fun Company” who delivered this series.

  After learning some basic skills and techniques on flat water they were quickly introduced to the Tarawera River which tested their newly found abilities. The following 4 weeks were spent on the bottom of the slalom course at Waterhouse Street, this saw many of the paddlers taking involuntary swims as they fairy glided across to edidies and negotiated the river obstacles.

  Kayaking improvement amongst the group was outstanding with all paddlers well out of their comfort zone. The final day saw everyone on faster water which was tinged with pure adrenaline and fear, they concluded with an evaluation of the 6 week series in their written series followed by a BBQ lunch. A much enjoyed series with 80% of the participants looking forward to further continuing their newly acquired skills and confidence.

   Thanks to Bruce, Cindy and sons Jackson and Hans who were great lifestyle coaches for everyone that committed to this series.